SculptureChinese6th century

Standing Bodhisattva with Attached Flaming Mandorla and Stand

dated to 587

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Bronze; with inscription on the stand dated to 587

Culture

Chinese

Period

Sui dynasty, 581-618

Century

6th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 13.9 cm (5 1/2 in.)

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